UMC Celebrates Black Music Month: Film Collection
Urban Movie Channel celebrates Black Music Month with diverse film collection featuring Tupac, Notorious B.I.G., and hip-hop legends starting June 2017.
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Commodores’ 1977 Album to Get Special Vinyl Release in June
The Commodores' classic 1977 self-titled album gets a special vinyl reissue June 16, featuring longer versions of hits like 'Brick House' and 'Easy' for the
Sheryl Underwood Black Radio 24-Hour RadioThon for HBCUs
Sheryl Underwood Radio hosts a 24-hour radiothon June 1-2 to raise funds for HBCUs and HBCU radio stations. The live-streamed event features celebrity guests.
Ms. Lauryn Hill & Nas Announce North American Tour Dates
Ms. Lauryn Hill and Nas announce co-headlining North American tour starting September 7 in Chicago. The 17-city tour features special guests Hannibal Buress and Chronixx
Irv Gotti Announces New Partnership with 300 Entertainment
Murder Inc. founder Irv Gotti announces partnership with 300 Entertainment, reviving his legendary hip-hop label after legal troubles ended its run in the early 2000s.
WillThaRapper Interviews & Freestyles with DJ Self
WillThaRapper sits down with Power 105.1's DJ Self for an interview discussing the D.C. sound and his viral hit 'Pull Up Hop Out' with over
Ice Cube Signs with Interscope Records, Announces New Album
Ice Cube signs with Interscope Records and announces Death Certificate 25th Anniversary Edition releasing June 9th with three new tracks including lead single 'Good Cop,
Trey Songz Concert Special to Air on AUDIENCE Network May 26
Trey Songz concert special airs May 26 on AT&T's AUDIENCE Network featuring hits from his new album Tremaine The Album. The show includes intimate interview
Netflix Cancels The Get Down Over Viewer Ratings
Netflix cancels The Get Down after one season due to low viewership despite being their most expensive original production. The hip-hop origins series struggled with
Tamron Hall Fills In for Jazmine on D.L. Show
Tamron Hall stepped in as guest host for Jazmine Saunders on the D.L. Hughley Show in New York. The temporary hosting arrangement sparked interest among
Detroit Pistons Announce Multi-Year Radio Deal with 97.1 FM
The Detroit Pistons signed a multi-year broadcast agreement with 97.1 FM The Ticket as their radio flagship partner starting 2017-18 season.
SahBabii Kicks It with JJ Solomon at 96.3 Block
Warner Brothers artist SahBabii visits 96.3 The Block's JJ Solomon during his promo tour. The rapper's mixtape release party is set for Club Opium in
Chant� Moore on New Love and Album
R&B singer Chant� Moore discusses her new romance, upcoming album, and parenting journey in exclusive WTLC radio interview with Jerry Wade.
Jidenna Announces Tour Dates
Jidenna announces his 'Long Live The Chief' North American tour starting July 20 in Raleigh, NC and ending in Vancouver in August. Tickets go on
BMI Responds To Department Of Justice Appeal Brief
BMI responds to Department of Justice appeal brief challenging federal judge's ruling on fractional licensing practices. The music licensing dispute centers on songwriter rights and
Stephanie Mills Fires Hiriam Hicks as Manager
Stephanie Mills fires manager Hiriam Hicks over alleged financial mismanagement after 3.5 years. The legendary R&B singer is now with Universal Attractions and considering legal
BMG Songwriters Rule Billboard Hot 100 Top 3
BMG songwriters claimed the top three spots on Billboard Hot 100 with Luis Fonsi's 'Despacito' remix, Bruno Mars' 'That's What I Like', and DJ Khaled's
Meek Mill and Yo Gotti Announce Summer Against All Odds Tour
Meek Mill and Yo Gotti announce their 21-city Against All Odds Tour starting July 5th, featuring YFN Lucci and MoneyBagg Yo across major US cities.
Global Hip Hop Day Launches June 8 with Proclamation
NYC launches Global Hip-Hop Day on June 8th with official proclamation and unveiling of Hip-Hop Boulevard at 1520 Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx, hip-hop's birthplace.
Marsha Ambrosius Shares Personal Life Update With New Baby
Marsha Ambrosius opens up about motherhood with 5-month-old daughter Nyla, her new fianc�, and upcoming CD in candid radio interview during tour.
Mike Love Replaces Tom Joyner Morning Show
Chicago's 106.3 FM replaces Tom Joyner Morning Show with local programming featuring Mike Love's new morning show starting June 5th.
If at First You Don’t Succeed, Just Copy from Billboard
In today's episode of "journalistic integrity," The Urban Buzz saves a lot of time on writing stories simply by stealing what others trades write and
Smooth Jazz Host’s Breast Cancer Battle
Former WJJZ Smooth Jazz radio host Deserie McRay-Berry shares her inspiring journey battling stage one breast cancer, emphasizing how staying positive was key to her
Police Arrest Suspect In Murder Of Popular Baltimore DJ
Baltimore Police arrested DJ B-Eazy for the murder of popular DJ Vicious V, who was found shot multiple times on Bloomfield Avenue and later died
National Radio Hall of Fame Announces 2017 Nominees
National Radio Hall of Fame announces 2017 nominees with voting beginning today. 24 nominations across six categories include Bobby Bones, Ryan Seacrest, and Donnie Simpson.